1996 Bentley Azure vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 1996 Bentley Azure is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (247 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1976 Holden Sunbird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (436 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird. 1996 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1976 Holden Sunbird has manual transmission. 1976 Holden Sunbird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Bentley Azure | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
Make | Bentley | Holden |
Model | Azure | Sunbird |
Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 5044 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 436 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2590 mm |